Cardiac Ultrasound Technologist (Per Diem)

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better – advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change. Perform cardiac diagnostic sonographic examinations to record pertinent anatomical, pathological and functional data on patients and prepare test data for interpretation by physicians. Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs. Graduate of an approved Cardiovascular training program. RCT registered or eligible preferred. BLS certification. One year experience in all phases of echocardiography testing. Telephone, copier, fax machine, computer, and printer operation. Echocardiographic ultrasound machine, vascular ultrasound machine, PVR, various computer systems, PACS, wheelchairs, stretchers. Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred Assume on-call as needed. Strong basic medical knowledge, with emphasis on cardiac ultrasound and cardiology. Good communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently, capable of supervising and prioritizing in a fast paced environment. Ability to participate intra- and inter-departmental activities and perform in a team environment. Working Conditions General diagnostic high volume, high stress environment. Extensive employee and outside contacts. Works indoors in a well lighted and ventilated area. Some direct exposure to contagions and chemicals, but risk is minimal when proper safety precautions are observed. Willingness to work with realization that errors and incompetence may have serious consequences to patients. Physical Demands Long periods of sitting with frequent standing or moving to other areas. Constant verbal communication in person or using the phone. Frequent reading of physician orders, prescriptions and medical records. Bending, lifting, pushing and lifting heavy objects occurs occasionally. Transporting patients or equipment as needed. Mental Demands Ability to read and concentrate frequently to check accuracy. Requires the flexibility to perform activities due to interruptions and changes in schedule. Ability to deal with stress of dealing with internal and external customers, frequent interruptions, and working on multiple tasks. Ability to maintain a professional demeanor and unbiased attitude when dealing with the staff. Work requires the ability to memorize detail, alertness and skill in the area of practice. Organization in a high pressure environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr Hackensack Meridian Health Inc.